chanot Posted August 29, 2018 Report Share Posted August 29, 2018 My 15 inch viola (my build) has Obligato set strings..All OK but A seems weak and a bit fuzzy. Any ideas Re: adding an A from a different company Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Violin Beautiful Posted August 29, 2018 Report Share Posted August 29, 2018 I use a Larsen A with Obligatos or Evahs. That being said, you might want to check the soundpost position to be sure it’s still where it ought to be. If it’s out of a place, the sound will remain uneven with a string change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANFIO Posted August 29, 2018 Report Share Posted August 29, 2018 Yes, change the A string for a Larsen one. Unless the viola sounds too bright, I would change the OBLIGATOS too, in general they knock down the sound a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chanot Posted August 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2018 Thanks to all for the tips on the Larsen A string for viola and sound post position--- much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chungviolins Posted August 30, 2018 Report Share Posted August 30, 2018 Move the post a little closer (along the string direction) and make it slightly tighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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